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Opistognathus melachasme Smith-Vaniz, 1972 Yellowmouth jawfish |
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photo by
Schroeder, J. R. / Smith-Vaniz, W.F. |
| Family: | Opistognathidae (Jawfishes) | |||
| Max. size: | 10 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | demersal; marine; depth range 146 - 265 m | |||
| Distribution: | Western Atlantic: North Carolina in USA to Cuba and eastern Mexico. | |||
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| Biology: | Inhabits deep water. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 23 August 2012 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||